The new MRI at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown.
University of Maryland Shore Medical Center (UM SMC) at Chestertown recently acquired a new state-of-the-art MRI machine at its diagnostics center located at 100 Brown Street. The new MRI replaces an older machine and represents substantial advancements in patient imaging technology.
“The new MRI features an 80 cm. bore that will increase access and comfort for larger patients and for those who suffer from anxiety or claustrophobia,” said Kelly Bottomley, Regional Manager, Radiology, UM Shore Regional Health. “In addition, it produces high-quality images made possible by using the latest innovations in digital imagery, and with flex coil technology, we will be able to offer a wider array of exams.”
“A full retrofit of the space housing the MRI was completed over the summer to ensure all safety standards were met or exceeded,” said Katelyn Roskosky, Construction and Facilities Manager, UM SRH. “We are thankful to our project and construction teams, who worked tirelessly to bring MRI services back on-line in Chestertown so quickly.”
The Chester River Health Foundation has committed $1.2 million toward the purchase and renovations, including an initial gift of $600,000. If you are interested in making a gift to support this important project for our community, visit umcrhf.org/donate.
“The Foundation’s steadfast support is bringing our community the power of state-of-the-art MRI technology improving the ability to diagnose and care for more patients close to home,” said Zack Royston, Executive Director/VP of Rural Health, UM SMC at Chestertown.
MRIs are now available on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. To schedule an MRI at Chestertown or any other UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) imaging location, call 443-225-7474.
UM SMC at Chestertown is a University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) hospital; UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System.
